Günther Förg (1952-2013) Untitled, 1990 Acrylic on canvas 118 x 157-1/2 inches (299.7 x 400.1 cm) Property from th...
Auction amount: $200,000
Sold: Nov 17, 2022
Gunther Forg (Swiss)
Art
Birth Place: Füssen, Allgäu, Germany
Biography:
What is a Summary of Gunther Forg’s Artwork, Style, and Background?
Gunther Forg was a German painter, graphic designer, sculptor and photographer. His abstract style was influenced by American abstract painting.
What Kind of Art Does Gunther Forg Make?
Gunther Forg produced paintings, sculpture, and photographs that explored a lifelong fascination with Modernism. From his early monochromatic pieces to his images of significant architecture, Förg engaged with the formalism of 20th-century avant-garde movements.
How Did Gunther Forg Get Started?
Gunther Forg was born in Füssen, Allgäu. His father, Michael, worked in a customs office. He studied from 1973 until 1979 at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich with Karl Fred Dahmen.
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